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Summary

Gene Kim and John Willis present this nine-part series that includes an oral history of the DevOps movement, as well as discussion around pivotal figures and philosophies that DevOps draws upon, from Goldratt to Deming; from Lean to Safety Culture to Learning Organizations.The audiobook is a great way for listeners to take an even deeper dive into topics relevant to DevOps and leading technology organizations.

must read for anyone interested in DevOps

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This is a must!

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starting an IT Revolution

this work serves well to crystalize the resources and thoughts that came together into what is now termed DEVOPS. At least in what the thought leaders intend DEVOPS to be. important work for those in search of deeper understanding.

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El Beh

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Content is okay, but the delivery is...something.

This sounds like 7 hours of one dude who really likes to hear himself talk, and another who actually has some interesting things to say just waiting for the former to stop talking. Would probably be way better with just the latter.Also, the excessive and overly dramatic Deming-worship makes me uncomfortable.

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Sandra Dunn

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Must Listen !!!

I enjoyed The Phoenix Project - I LOVED Beyond The Phoenix - this changed how I work ! Thank you to Gene Kim & John Willis for your commitment and dedication for giving people the tools to achieve great work!

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5 out of 5 stars

Martin G. Erb

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Should be Required Listening for all IT Pros

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I have recommended this audiobook to everyone I know in the IT business. It provides the intellectual underpinnings for the maturation of IT from craft to industrial strength quality and cost effectiveness - a major constraint on the world's economy and the welfare of all humankind.

Who was your favorite character and why?

It is hard to answer why any of the great minds that Gene and John talk about is my favorite. I have a bias to those I already know and now want to learn more about those I have learned about in this audio book.

What about Gene Kim and John Willis ’s performance did you like?

Their sharp wit, examples, and metaphors. Kudos to the editors!!!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

While this geeky material should not be an emotional topic - I found many of the learnings - especially the roots of behaviors and willingness to change intellectually and motivationally stimulating.

Any additional comments?

As an android user, the Audible version is much easier to navigate than the iTunes version.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

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5 out of 5 stars

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Bill Bensing

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Don’t call yourself a DevOps manager or executive...

....if you have not listened to this at least once. This gives anyone the fundamental knowledge for building a DevOps strategy. I’m of the opinion that a true knowledge worker clearly understands the pillars for their domain. This discussion covers the domain of operations management that drives the domain of DevOps. After this, you’ll have foundation for which to build a true Software Manufacturing, aka DevOps, approach.

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Freer Hall

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Awesome Addition to the Phoenix Project

This book was not what I expected, it was way better. To be on the inside of a conversation between these two giants of the DevOps movement was an absolute treat.

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Excellent

This is a great follow up to the Phoenix Project (The Goal and The DevOps Handbook). The discussion and information are incredible. I now have a lot more books to listen to. #ModernWorkplace #DevOps #Lean #tagsgiving #sweepstakes